Defenders of Wildlife Announces Director of the Center for Conservation Innovation

Defenders of Wildlife has promoted Jacob Malcom to be Director of the Center for Conservation Innovation (CCI). Dr. Malcom came to Defenders in January 2015. He earned his Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution and Behavior at the University of Texas at Austin and has a deep understanding of the practice of endangered species and habitat conservation, having worked as a biologist from 2000-2008 for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at San Bernardino and Leslie Canyon National Wildlife Refuges in Arizona.

Former Defenders of Wildlife President and CEO, Jamie Rappaport Clark, issued this statement:

“As Director of Defenders of Wildlife’s Center for Conservation Innovation, Jacob will provide strategic vision and strong leadership to better inform our work to increase the effectiveness of the Endangered Species Act and develop enduring solutions to advance imperiled species conservation efforts. His deep knowledge of policy, technological savvy, and facility with data analysis has been key in the innovative work produced by the Center.

“The mission of the Center is to improve endangered species conservation in the U.S., using data, technology, and interdisciplinary approaches to pioneer innovative, pragmatic conservation solutions. We look forward to having Jacob in this important role.”